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Old 07-29-2007, 10:56 PM
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Got my new wheels, 18x9.5 fronts with 275/35-18s, and 18x10.5 rears with 305/35-18s. I was hoping that going with the 305's vs. the 315's would keep them from rubbing in the rear with my 1" drop, but it didn't. When I read about the BFH mod here, I couldn't find any pictures to help me verify my own findings. So I just kinda banged away at everything I thought might get in the way. After I did the driver's side, I decided to take a couple of pictures of the area that was rubbing on the passenger side. Also took some pictures of the final result. Needless to say, I'm very happy. So what do ya think?

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car and wheels look fantastic man.

nice job

what springs are you using for that drop?
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Old 07-29-2007, 11:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Ceissus
car and wheels look fantastic man.

nice job

what springs are you using for that drop?
Thanks! I have the Hotchkis springs with a 1" drop. The car's been put away for a few years now, and I finally decided to start modding again.
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came out good
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I have the same size wheels, tires, and springs (which are on SA Konis) Is one side of your rear lower than the other?
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Old 07-30-2007, 12:30 AM
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The passenger side rear may be just a hair lower. Never actually measured it. I think that's just from all the launches over the years. I've also got the Hotchkis LCAs, and panhard bar. Don't think that should make a difference, though.
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Old 07-30-2007, 01:04 AM
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looks great man! well worth the work
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looks fing sweet bro, this really helps me out for my 17 to 18" swap
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Originally Posted by six8fbird
looks fing sweet bro, this really helps me out for my 17 to 18" swap
Yeah. I think the 18s are perfect. I considered some 19s but was worried that the wider tires in the rear would be rubbing like crazy. I know a lot of people have done it, though. Main reason I wanted the larger diameter wheels is because I'm hoping to get a big brake kit next.

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Looks great and now I know that i CAN fit 305s (on 18s) with MY Hotchkis suspension setup
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Very nice!
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Very nice set up! A little baggin can get the Job done. Enjoy!!
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sweet! now paint that tail filler closs black to match the wheels, roof, mirrors!
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Old 08-02-2007, 01:12 AM
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Originally Posted by DansRedz28
sweet! now paint that tail filler closs black to match the wheels, roof, mirrors!
Yeah, I've been thinking about that. Don't know if I wanna go all black, black with red "CAMARO", or just leave it red and paint the "CAMARO" black. Decisions, decisions.

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Old 08-02-2007, 08:19 AM
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man, that is the LFH mod!

Wish i had a pic on this computer of what mine look like to fit 325s
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